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Havanese vs Yakutian Laika
Compare Havanese and Yakutian Laika side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Havanese
Yakutian Laika
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
23 – 27 cm
53 – 59 cm
Weight
4 – 8 kg
18 – 30 kg
Life expectancy
14 – 17 years
10 – 14 years
Child friendly
3/5
3/5
Energy level
2/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
5/5
3/5
Shedding
1/5
3/5
Barking level
3/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
1/5
3/5
Characteristics
Havanese
Easy to train
Small
Yakutian Laika
Large
Summary
About Havanese
The Havanese is Cuba’s national toy breed, a sturdy, lively companion with a long, silky, low‑shedding coat. Affectionate and people‑oriented, it suits families, apartments or houses. It needs regular grooming, daily walks, play, mental stimulation, and dislikes long periods alone.
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